Right-handed batter Root last played 50-over cricket in November 2023 against Pakistan at Eden Gardens during the ODI World Cup. His inclusion comes as England looks to stabilise its middle order in spin-friendly conditions ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Joe Root returns to the England playing XI for the first time since the 2023 ODI World Cup. Jos Buttler-led England named their playing XI for the first ODI against India that will take place on Thursday.

Live streaming of the IND vs ENG 1st ODI will be available on Disney+ Hotstar from 1:30 PM IST. Star Sports channels will live telecast the India vs England first ODI.

Wicketkeeper Jamie Smith is likely to miss England's first two one-day internationals against India but is expected to be fit for the Champions Trophy.

Jamie Smith is expected to miss England’s first two one-day internationals against India with a calf injury, but should be fit to play in the Champions Trophy.

Form and fitness of seasoned stars is under the scanner as India enter the final phase of their Champions Trophy preparations

Rohit Sharma-led Team India will face England in a three-match ODI series as the teams look to finetune preparations before the 2025 Champions Trophy. From squads to schedule, here’s all you need to know.

India vs England (IND vs ENG) 1st ODI Match Date and Time, Live Streaming, Telecast, Head to Head, Playing XI Prediction VCA Stadium Pitch Report: Here's a look at the Playing XI predictions, head-to-head stats,

England batsman Joe Root will make his first ODI appearance since 2023 after being named in the team to face India in the opening match of the series in Nagpur on Thursday. Root, England's leading test run scorer and second on the ODI list,

India vs England 2025, 1st ODI- India's strongest predicted playing 11 against England (Source - BCCI) Hosts India (IND) and England (ENG) will lock horns in the first ODI of the three-match , starting on Wednesday,